Ohio
Ohio Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Ohio for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 100 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Ohio below and join the trail community at these great events!
October 2026
A 2.6-mile untimed nighttime run in downtown Cincinnati with early access to select BLINK installations, beginning and ending at Elm Street Plaza.
Five weekly trail races in Cuyahoga Valley National Park from Sept 29 to Oct 27, 2026, each 3 to 5 miles at a different location with series swag and a surprise twist.
A multi-distance ultrarun in West Alexandria OH on a flat looped grass course, with aid stations, camping, and proceeds supporting local charities.
A 5K trail Color Run in Defiance on October 10, 2026 that raises funds for Black Swamp Area Council and Camp Lakota; registration opens April 30, fee $30.
Community running event in Urbana, Ohio on the Simon Kenton Bike Path with 5K, 1 mile, and virtual options; register by Sept 22 for a T shirt and goodie bag.
Multi-distance ultra on the Ohio and Erie Canalway in Akron, Ohio, offering 100 mile and two 50 mile options on USATF certified courses.
Two days of trail races at John Bryan State Park including a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 20K relay and a six hour time event.
Hill-climb event at Brandywine Ski Resort with repeated one mile loops and a short steep final climb on October 10, 2026.
A course preview for Conquer the Castle at AB Williams Memorial Woods in Mayfield on October 10, 2026, featuring an unmarked loop of about 10 miles with no aid stations.
Halloween themed running event at Highbanks Metro Park with races from a kids dash to a half marathon and both in person and virtual options.
Five weekly trail races in Cuyahoga Valley National Park from Sept 29 to Oct 27, 2026, each 3 to 5 miles at a different location with series swag and a surprise twist.
A night time 5K mud run in Oak Harbor with more than 20 obstacles and a lit, spooky course two weeks before Halloween. The event is not officially timed and donates 10 percent of proceeds to Ronald McDonald House Charities.
A 5K trail race on the Grant Park trails in Centerville with free entry for current ORRRC members and a ten dollar fee for non members 15 and older; timing chips, chip check in, and age group awards are provided.
Limited-access trail event in Chillicothe OH with 12 hour solo and relay options plus short 7K and 8K races, looped course aid stations and finisher awards.
12 hour endurance run at Malabar Farm State Park with 2.25 mile laps around the Ceely Rose house; solo and up to four person relay options, proceeds support Malabar Farm Foundation.
Trail races at Germantown MetroPark on 10/17/2026 featuring a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 20K relay, 6-hour event, aid stations, and custom medals.
A community HalloWin event at Boettler Park with a two-lap 5K and a 1 Mile fun run, costumes and candy, $2,000 in prizes, and proceeds supporting The Debbie Rayl Kindness for Kids Program.
Experience the final leg of the Dirt Days Trail Series with a 3.5 mile run at Shawnee Lookout. Enjoy river valley views and woodland trails in a historic park setting overlooking the Ohio and Great Miami Rivers.
A charity trail run and neighborhood 1-mile fun walk at EDWINS in Cleveland Heights benefiting EDWINS Leadership & Restaurant Institute, with awards by age group.